He stepped into the back office when Fred opened the door, though he turned his head to look at Fred so he could continue giving him his full attention. He took a seat in one of the chairs and clasped his hands together, smiling to Fred as he spoke. He truly had missed Fred and they needed to spend more time together. But he accepted partial blame for why this had not yet occurred.
"I haven't had an opportunity to visit the store in Hogsmeade. I'll have to make a trip out at some point." He then shrugged his shoulders lightly. He was open and honest about his conduct, even if it was stupidity on his part. "Spent the night at Leaky, made sure to make it worth my time. Regretting it now that my head is thumping, but oh well," he said with a minor chuckle.